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Public projects financed by private companies are nothing new in Florida, but a law signed by Gov. Rick Scott in late June expands the realm of possibilities for business and government. A ramp-up of public-private partnerships — nicknamed P3s — is expected to boost the economy and generate construction jobs. P3s can […]

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. § 1692) commonly known and referred as the FDCPA is a federal statute that regulates the conduct of debts collectors in connection with activity to collect consumer debt on behalf of creditors. Although normally associated with and discussed in the context of credit […]

Pine Street Associates vs. Southridge Partners decision termed “a big win for hedge fund investors” NEW YORK, April 29, 2013 – Becker & Poliakoff just obtained an appellate reversal of an important action between two hedge fund titans.  Pine Street Associates, a hedge fund that is affiliated with Omega Advisors […]

(As originally published in the January 2013, “Restore the Shore” issue of Community Trends, CAI-NJ) In the aftermath of a severe storm you may find that a neighboring property’s tree has fallen on to your community’s property.  Even leaning trees or overhanging branches may create a nuisance; or worse, a […]

There are many critical parts to a residential real estate transaction that must fall into place in order for the closing to take place smoothly and on time. The first time home purchaser or novice residential real estate investor may not understand what goes on behind the curtain. While angst […]